Last month a researcher looked into the security of a Bondu AI toy like the one pictured above. He gained access to personal data and more than 50,000 children’s chats using nothing more than a Gmail account.

A majority of adults expressed support for age verification requirements around companion chatbots, while only 4% supported the idea that children do not need to be protected online.

Nebraska lawmakers passed important measures last year to protect kids from the harms of social media. This year they’re taking action on AI chatbots. We’ve got a plain-language guide to the two leading bills, LB 939 and LB 1185.

Every Friday, TCAI brings you an overview of AI-related legislation moving through state legislatures. This week: Chatbot bills are moving in Oregon and Washington, while lawmakers introduced a ton of AI bills in Illinois.

Oregon’s SB 1546 would require AI companies to do a better job notifying users that they are interacting with a chatbot, connect users to human support during a mental health crisis, and add safety measures for minors.

Today’s AI-driven plushies, dolls, action figures, and robots use sophisticated technology to interact with children like a trusted friend. It’s the same untested, unsafe AI tech behind ChatGPT.

A recent survey of 800 parents found 61% see AI products as bad for kids. 80% said social media companies should be held accountable for harm to children and teens.

Alabama State Rep. Ben Robbins represents a rural county near the famous Talladega Speedway, and his focus is on families, kids, and community. He’s become a leader on digital issues that affect parents and kids, and on the right of each person to their own likeness and individuality.

Every Friday, TCAI brings you an overview of AI-related legislation moving through state legislatures. This week: Chatbots, kids, and harmful interactions continue to be a focus of concern among lawmakers. Also introduced: bills on algorithmic pricing and the use of AI in mental health therapy.

HB 2503 would require generative AI developers to post high-level documentation regarding the data used to train the AI system. We have a complete guide to the measure.

The two companion bills would require AI chatbot operators to install basic safeguards when kids and teens interact with the products. We have a complete guide to the measures.

Every Friday, TCAI brings you an overview of AI-related legislation moving through state legislatures. This week saw a surge of activity in AI-related bills, with dozens of measures introduced. AI-related proposals are now under consideration in 28 states.

Vermont Rep. Monique Priestley has emerged as one of the leading voices on digital safety and data privacy issues. She led the adoption of Vermont’s ‘Kids Code’ online safety law in 2025, and now co-chairs the Future Caucus Task Force on State AI Policy.

The new resource provides practical guidance, plain-language explanations, and timely information to help families make informed decisions about AI-powered tools.

Every Friday, TCAI brings you an overview of AI-related legislation moving through state legislatures. This week: Chatbot bills were introduced in California, Washington, Florida, Michigan, Missouri, New York, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.

Track bills by subject: All AI bills, deepfake bills, chatbot bills, and more.

This TCAI legislation tracker lists all AI-related bills introduced or carried over to the 2026 legislative session.

This TCAI legislation tracker lists all AI deepfake bills introduced or carried over to the 2026 legislative session.

This TCAI bill tracker lists all AI chatbot-related measures introduced or carried over into the 2026 legislative session.

Use our map to track AI-related legislation in all 50 states.